On 5 March 2025, the Faculty of Science, Prince of Songkla University (PSU) welcomed Dr. Christopher Aurand, Open Innovation Leader at Thai Union, and Sean Mak, Chief Operations Officer of Innovate 360, for discussions on research collaboration, sustainability, and industry-driven innovation.

Led by Prof. Dr. Anchana Prathep, Dean of the Faculty of Science, PSU, the meeting explored opportunities in commercializing biotechnology and agrifood innovations, expanding cooperative education and Science for Industry (Sci-Fi) programs, and fostering sci-entrepreneurship. Thai Union highlighted its low-carbon shrimp initiative, automation in seafood production, and the need for rapid antibiotic testing solutions. Sean Mak invited PSU to participate in AgriFood Tech Expo Asia and explore entrepreneur bootcamp opportunities for students and researchers.

This meeting marks an important step in bridging academia and industry, strengthening PSU’s contributions to sustainable innovation, biotechnology, and agrifood technology, with future engagements planned to drive impactful collaborations.